Faculty Research Awards

Killam Faculty Research Fellowships

Assisting promising faculty members who wish to devote full time to research and study in their field during a recognized study leave. Fellowships are open to full-time tenure-stream faculty at the University of British Columbia.
Based on special distinction of intellect with due regard for sound character and personal qualities
Maximum award is $15,000 for a twelve-month periodDeadline for applications: September 15, 2019Guidelines and application

President's Award for Public Education through Media

A $3,000 award is presented to a full-time tenure-stream faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding service to the University and the community by sharing research expertise via the news media
Recognizes contributions such as print, broadcast and online media interviews and expert commentaryDeadline for nominations: September 15, 2019​Guidelines and application

Killam Faculty Research Prizes

Up to ten prizes of $5,000 each are awarded annually to full-time tenure-stream faculty members in recognition of outstanding research and scholarly contributions
All fields of research are includedDeadline for nominations: October 1, 2019​Guidelines and application

Jacob Biely Faculty Research Prize

The prize, comprised of $3,000 and a certificate, is awarded annually to a full-time tenure-stream faculty member in recognition of a distinguished record of research
All fields of research are eligibleDeadline for nominations: October 15, 2019​Guidelines and application

Charles A. McDowell Award

This award, consisting of a medal and a certificate, is presented to an outstanding young faculty member who has demonstrated excellence in pure or applied scientific research. The award is available to full-time tenure-stream faculty. Deadline for nominations: October 15, 2019​Guidelines and application

SAM BLACK AWARD FOR EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

Biennial award recognizing full-time UBC faculty who have made outstanding education and development contributions to (and performances in) art, music, creative writing, theatre or film; and outstanding scholarship in the fine and creative arts. This award consists of a certificate and prize in the amount of $1,000. Deadline for nominations: October 15, 2019​Guidelines and application

DOROTHY SOMERSET AWARD FOR PERFORMANCE DEVELOPMENT IN THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

Biennial award recognizing full-time UBC faculty who have made outstanding contributions to (and performances in) art, music, creative writing, theatre or film. The award consists of a certificate and prize in the amount of $1,000. Next nomination cycle: 2020